Florida deputy killed ex-girlfriend over a TV, then himself, sheriff says
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).A Florida sheriff’s deputy, honored multiple times for his bravery, dedication and compassion, killed a former girlfriend and then himself Monday after an argument over a television.The victim was identified by friends as Mandy Fackler, who leaves behind two children, 12 and 9, Fox Tampa reported.Deputy Troy Savetz had been with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for 14 years and was a member of the marine unit.He and the victim had an "on-again-off-again, tumultuous relationship," Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said in a news conference.MISSOURI MOM OF 5 FATALLY SHOT WHILE BUYING SLUSHIES WITH CHILDREN; POLICE SEARCH FOR GUNMANSavetz, 47, was waiting outside Fackler's home when she and her children returned from a day at the beach at about 5:30 p.m.
Reported by 1 outlet — Fox News Latest. See all sources ↓
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).A Florida sheriff’s deputy, honored multiple times for his bravery, dedication and compassion, killed a former girlfriend and then himself Monday after an argument over a television.The victim was identified by friends as Mandy Fackler, who leaves behind two children, 12 and 9, Fox Tampa reported.Deputy Troy Savetz had been with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for 14 years and was a member of the marine unit.He and the victim had an "on-again-off-again, tumultuous relationship," Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said in a news conference.MISSOURI MOM OF 5 FATALLY SHOT WHILE BUYING SLUSHIES WITH CHILDREN; POLICE SEARCH FOR GUNMANSavetz, 47, was waiting outside Fackler's home when she and her children returned from a day at the beach at about 5:30 p.m. He brandished a gun and was angry about "wanting his TV set back," Gualtieri said.When the victim tried to call 911, Savetz took her phone. That’s when she told her two children to go inside.They did as they were told.
Read the full report at Fox News Latest ↗
Why it matters
A world story we're tracking; its significance and source trust firm up as more outlets confirm it.
- What's the story?
- This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).A Florida sheriff’s deputy, honored multiple times for his bravery, dedication and compassion, killed a former girlfriend and then himself Monday after an argument over a television.The victim was identified by friends as Mandy Fackler, who leaves behind two children, 12 and 9, Fox Tampa reported.Deputy Troy Savetz had been with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for 14 years and was a member of the marine unit.He and the victim had an "on-again-off-again, tumultuous relationship," Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said in a news conference.MISSOURI MOM OF 5 FATALLY SHOT WHILE BUYING SLUSHIES WITH CHILDREN; POLICE SEARCH FOR GUNMANSavetz, 47, was waiting outside Fackler's home when she and her children returned from a day at the beach at about 5:30 p.m.
- How widely is it covered?
- 1 outlet, average source rating 6.0/10.
- When was it last updated?
- 9m ago.
How outlets are framing the same story
Here's how each outlet is covering the story — compare their headlines and timing at a glance.
- Coverage card1 outlet1CoverageScouting report
Florida deputy killed ex-girlfriend over a TV, then himself, sheriff says
Sources1TypeCoverageFox News Latest